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Dogs are such lovable creatures, as each of them – regardless of size, have their very own personality and temperament, and just like humans, no two dogs are the same. Some dogs prefer to laze around all day long, while others are extremely active and would not leave you alone until you bring them out for their daily, long walks. Some dogs just look at the ball you just threw nonchalantly, and even with the incentive of their favorite treat, they would much rather remain on the floor where they were, while others start to get all excited the moment they see you wave a ball in your hand. If your four legged furkid loves to play fetch, you would more often than not realize that your throwing arm would have run out of strength long before your pooch is too tired to fetch the ball back. Perhaps it is time for technology to come into play, and this is where the iFetch comes in handy.

The iFetch happens to be the perfect toy for any small or medium sized dog, where it is considered to be an interactive, on-demand ball launcher. Whether you walk around on paws or feet, you will love it for sure, if playing fetch is your cup of tea. The iFetch works this way – it will shoot a miniature tennis ball between 10 and 30 feet (thanks to a trio of adjustable settings), and is battery powered (six C batteries) for a day out (or if you happen to own a really large piece of lawn, you can opt to plug it into a nearby power outlet).

Basically, the iFetch is a no-frills device that powers up on demand, as it is capable of turning itself on whenever it detects that a ball has been dropped in, and after launching the ball, it will shut itself down. This is definitely one way of teaching your dog to fetch and return in a new and interesting way. Of course, it would have been better if there was some sort of automatic treat dispensing system upon the successful reloading of the iFetch. We are glad to say that the iFetch has gained more than triple the amount of funds required via its Kickstarter campaign, and so it ought to arrive on your doorstep if you are an eligible backer pretty soon.

iFetch Kickstarter Page
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I don’t like to involve myself in choosing dog or cat person sides. I happen to love almost all animals, and I do have a cat. Cats are definitely more independent , and unlike a dog they seem to spend a lot of time doing nothing at all. I like to try and find some things that might get old Max up and off the sofa.

Well, check out Undercover Mouse, an ingenious little faux mouse under a cloth that mimics the real deal. Undercover Mouse moves pretty quickly and his movements are actually random, he slows down and speeds up and he can even reverse direction just out of your kitty’s view, under his durable nylon cover. The movements look like they would peak any cats interest, and in my house they did.

Undercover Mouse was more than enough to get Max moving, and for almost an hour he pounced and swatted in an attempt to capture the elusive critter, even trying to pull a few “look at me, I’m walking away” moves, only to turn and pounce right back on the mouse.

Undercover Mouse uses AA batteries and be forewarned, they do get used up rather quickly so rechargeable ones may be your best bet, and depending on the “hunting” style of your cat it may not be as durable as I would like, but for around 30 bucks it made for some comedic entertainment, for the cat, and for any spectators who happened to be around! Undercover Mouse is available from amazon.com. Here, kitty kitty…
[ Undercover Mouse – Catch Me if you Can! copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

We just adopted a dog from the pound and he’s turning out very different from the dog we thought we adopted. When you think of it, we really don’t know anything about this little guy, what kind of dog he is, what problems or health issues he may be prone to. I feel really good about saving him, but the trade off is, I don’t know who he is.

Well technology has certainly gotten to the point that it can answer questions we never imagined. We now have DNA My Dog, a comprehensive test kit that provides you with very simple instructions for swabbing the cheeks of your beloved pup in order to collect your dog’s DNA samples. Learning the breed mix of your pooch can allow you to be much more proactive with your dog’s health, it can also help you gain insight into breed specific traits and behavioral issues you might have to face as your best friend grows up.

What if your best friend has already passed on, beloved mixed breed that he was, and you wish you knew what his breed background was, in order to choose your next buddy.Well, DNA My Dog can still tell you, by using an old toy, or food bowl, they can still perform the testing required to tell you who he was. Knowing the personality traits of specific breeds can really help you choose your next puppy.

Each DNA My Dog Kit gets you a custom certificate, with a photo of your dog stating their unique DNA composition. The percentage breakdown of each level of each breed found in your dog’s unique DNA and a report on your dog´s dominant breeds, personality traits, and health concerns. The test is painless, and you can get results in less than 2 weeks. All for under 60 bucks from dnamydog.com.  I think I got a Boxer – Hound… I guess we shall see.
[ Canine DNA Testing – Who’s Your Doggie? copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

We just adopted a homeless dog, his name is Hamilton and  he is fitting in with the family quite nicely, he loves the car, plays fetch and came already potty trained. Problem is, we’re never exactly sure when he’s telling us he needs to go out, so we keep dragging him out into the yard at any hint of pacing or whining… only to be met with a ‘what the heck?’ look.

Check out Swann’s Wireless Doormat Chime, this pressure activated doormat can be positioned under any mat or carpet, either indoors or out and easily lets you know if your pet, or anyone else for that matter, needs to come in, or go out. Simply position the mat in the area you would like to monitor, and when pressure is applied, the chime unit will activate by playing one of 3 built in chimes, at whatever volume you choose.

The Swann Wireless Doormat Chime is a completely wireless door monitor, that uses only  3  AA batteries for the chime unit and a single (included) A23 battery for the mat. Included in your kit is a doorbell unit, which will also trigger the chime, independent of the mat.

So if you need to know if your pet wants in or out, have a toddlers room you would like  to monitor, have an elderly family member you don’t want near the stairs alone, or simply want to know when a customer walks into your shop, Swann’s Wireless Doormat Chime may be perfect for you, and you can get one for around 65 bucks, at sears.com
[ Swann Doormat Chime – Are You In or Out? copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

You cannot just leave a cat cooped up at home all day long, as it too, has the need to hunt – being part of its built-in nature, that is. Since you are out at work from morning till dusk, and letting loose a couple of rats before you leave for the office would most probably result in you greeting a disgusting sight by the time you return home (not to mention that awful, rotting smell of a carcass), how about getting a toy to keep your feline friend amused and occupied while you are gone? The $39.95 Solar Powered Cat Tantalizer lives up to its name by never requiring to fall back on batteries, but will move whenever it is struck by sunlight to simulate the behavior of prey.

The Solar Powered Cat Tantalizer did pick up the gong for being the Best Cat Product of the Year by Cat Fancy magazine, and it is affixed to a window or glass door using industrial-grade suction cups which are capable of resisting even the strongest tug by a leaping pet. Whenever it’s solar cell is in the path of direct sunlight, the built-in motor will activate, moving the rod back and forth in order to cause the dangling plastic ball and colorful feathers to sway and bounce, mesmerizing your pet cat and prompting them to exercise and practice their hunting skills. You can also detach it for manual operation whenever you are home.

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